English Platinum Diamond Starburst Brooch | ~2.98ctw 64 Diamonds | All Original | c.1915
The diamond platinum star you've all been waiting for — a starburst, if you would!
Nine immaculate old European cuts, each 4mm × 2.75mm with the most wonderful window-y, open culets, sit at the heart of this entirely original English piece circa 1915. Around them, 55 supporting diamonds bring the total to 64 stones and approximately 2.98 carats — I/J to L/M colour, most in the J/K range, which gives the starburst a warm, living quality that cold white diamonds simply cannot match. The quality is unmatched. At 43mm top to bottom and 16.1 grams, she has the scale and the weight of a piece that was made to be seen — and the fabulous original screw-on/screw-off backing means she has been worn, and worn well, and is ready to be worn again.
Underneath the back, I bleive there is the original 18ct yellow gold hiding! A former owner had the brooch re-finished to obscure the bright butter yellow of the reverse (which was typical to brooches and jewels of this period) with all platinum. A superb little secret that only makes this convertible brooch more dear!
Details
- Era: English, c. 1915
- Materials: Platinum + 18ct Yellow Gold
- Stones: 64 diamonds total, ~2.98ctw | 9 × OEC 4mm × 2.75mm centres; 55 supporting diamonds | I/J–L/M colour, most J/K
- Dimensions: 43mm top to bottom
- Weight: 16.1g
- Fitting: Original screw-on/screw-off backing
- Condition: Absolutely immaculate; all original. Have a close look at the photos.
Shipping & Services
Ships fully insured, signature required via UPS from our NYC office. Full historical certification and appraisal services available upon request — beautiful documented paperwork inclusive of photographs.
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